1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 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 275 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 602 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | Familia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
