1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 237 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |