1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 680 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Pantera | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
