1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera

To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 3 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
Make Aston Martin De Tomaso
Model Vantage Pantera
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5341 cc 5761 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 350 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 460 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1422 kg


 

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