1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Pantera | Appia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |