1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Pantera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
