2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | V12 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |