1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 508 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
