1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 116 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper 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 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Viper |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |