1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 19 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2012 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Pantera | Genesis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2936 mm |