1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 67 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
| Model | Pantera | Isis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
