1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 4 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram 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 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
