1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1967 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 766 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1967 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
| Model | Pantera | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 29 L |
