1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 23 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 30 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
Model | Pantera | Vantage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |