1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 13 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |