2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 128 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |