2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | CTS-V | Pantera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 102 L |