1965 AC Aceca vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 629 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Aceca | Pantera |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 102 L |