2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1990 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 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | LeSabre | Pantera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 452 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |