1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | SL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
