1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1988 Seat Marbella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Seat Marbella, 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Pantera | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
