1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 187 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pantera | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |