1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 11 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 168 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Marcos |
| Model | Pantera | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
