1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 281 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tata |
| Model | Pantera | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
