1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | De Tomaso |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5766 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 | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
