1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,761 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 122 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 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 SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | SLK |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |