2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 946 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Express | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |
