1972 Austin Marina vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
Model | Marina | Pantera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |