1958 Alvis TD vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 3 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alvis | De Tomaso |
Model | TD | Pantera |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |