1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 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 217 more horse power than 1986 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Reliant SE6. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
Model | Pantera | SE6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |