2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | Escalade | Pantera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |