1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 40 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
