1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 20 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 129 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 168 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Legend |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
