1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
