1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | 300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |