1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |