1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 262 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | 300 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |