1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 40 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
