1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera 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 177 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 656 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
