1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 12 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pagani |
Model | Pantera | Zonda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |