1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera 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 122 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 268 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | SL |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |