1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 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 334 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 905 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Steyr |
| Model | Pantera | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
