1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 14 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, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 164 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT 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 | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |