1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |