1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 344 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Pantera | Murano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2824 mm |