1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 19 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 518 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
