1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | Panamera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |