1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |