2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 105 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Pantera | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
