1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mini |
| Model | Pantera | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2467 mm |
