2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 2009 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. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Silverado | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
