1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1995 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 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 168 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Marcos |
| Model | Pantera | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
