1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 Isuzu KB 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu KB weights approximately 40 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu KB. (190 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | KB |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
