1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 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 248 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
