1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 12 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 276 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini One, 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mini |
| Model | Pantera | One |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
