1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera 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 284 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
