1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
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.
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1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |