1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 32 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Pantera | Comet |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |