1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 43 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
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1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | G |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |