1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1578 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3967 mm |
