1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia 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 293 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1969 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | Familia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |