1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 82 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | E |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |