1986 AC Ace vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ace | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |
