1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |