1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1951 Peugeot 203. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Pantera | 203 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |