2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari 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 163 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 535 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Pantera | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |