2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Silverado | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
