1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 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 294 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 422 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
Model | Pantera | 311 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |