1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 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 135 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1973 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | Viano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
