1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
Model | 7 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |