2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Pantera | 155 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
