1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Windsor | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
