1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 38 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 251 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | Premacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |