1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 548 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | G |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
