1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette.
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 (452 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
