2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 De Tomaso Pantera and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |