1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1979 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1979 Maserati Merak is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera 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 193 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Maserati Merak. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1979 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Pantera | Merak |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
