1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | 1900 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1883 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |