1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 214 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (360 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
