1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. 2005 Infiniti QX56 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. 2005 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Pantera | QX56 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |