1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 22 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 248 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
