1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
Model | 500 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |