1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 334 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 952 kg more than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Autobianchi | De Tomaso |
| Model | Bianchina | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
