1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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 135 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 183 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) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3197 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 | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
