1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 905 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
