1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 188 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 208 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |