1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina. 1974 Austin Marina has automatic transmission and 1987 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Austin Marina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Austin |
| Model | Pantera | Marina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
