1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
