1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger 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 323 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Steyr |
| Model | Pantera | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1510 mm |
