1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
Model | A 99 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 102 L |