1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80. 2011 Volvo S80 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. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |