1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
