1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |