2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Materia | Pantera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |