1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA 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 261 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Pantera | MGA |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |