1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 242 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 623 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Reliant |
| Model | Pantera | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |
