1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 189 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 83 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |