1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. 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, 2012 Proton Arena, 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Proton |
| Model | Pantera | Arena |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
