1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 18 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 118 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |