1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 32 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | De Tomaso |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
