1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 17 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 94 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | 75 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
