1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 372 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Charger, 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Charger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
