1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | 100 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
