1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Pantera | Spyder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |