1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 46 kg more than 2003 Tata E. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tata |
| Model | Pantera | E |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1374 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 |
