1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1993 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 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Soarer. 2004 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
