2004 AC Aceca vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 15 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (346 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca.
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 (452 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Aceca | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
