1946 Austin 16 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | 16 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
