1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 14 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
