1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 270 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 784 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MCC |
| Model | Pantera | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 35 L |
