1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 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 256 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Tatra |
Model | Pantera | T603 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |