1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 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) has 290 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 302 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 60 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 102 L |
