2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |