1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 467 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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 (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Pantera | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |