1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 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 323 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | 595 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 102 L |
