1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 22 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 242 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | B |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2699 mm |