1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |