1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 24 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 545 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 254 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
