2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Pantera 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 29 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |