1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 249 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hudson |
| Model | Pantera | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
