1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 56 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15, 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | 15 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
