1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 11 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 155 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS. 2005 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
Model | Pantera | IS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |