1957 AC Aceca vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 488 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Aceca | Pantera |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |