1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera

To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 247 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.

Compare all specifications:

1995 De Tomaso Guara 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
Make De Tomaso De Tomaso
Model Guara Pantera
Year Released 1995 1985
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3982 cc 5761 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm


 

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