1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera 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 276 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
