1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pantera | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
