1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6. 2009 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Pantera | G6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |