1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Pantera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4010 mm |
