1956 Daimler DK 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 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK 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 182 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 610 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Daimler | De Tomaso |
| Model | DK | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
