2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 1158 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Express | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
