1997 Acura NSX vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
Model | NSX | Pantera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 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 | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |