1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 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 242 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Citroen |
| Model | Pantera | C5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
