1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera 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 229 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
