1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 930 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |