1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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 142 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (407 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
