1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, both 1970 De Tomaso Pantera and 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | 600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3910 mm |