1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Pantera | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
