2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | Seville | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
