1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 763 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Prefect |
Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |