2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Starion 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 248 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | Starion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1125 kg |
