1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 640 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 356 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |