1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 5,761 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 148 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
