1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 De Tomaso Pantera 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 173 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Donkervoort |
Model | Pantera | D8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |