1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
