2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Lucerne | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
