1956 Buick 40 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | 40 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |