1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
