1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 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 172 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 453 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |