1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Pantera | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
