2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 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 153 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
