1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 356 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 276 more horse power than 1962 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1962 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 742 kg more than 1962 Porsche 356. 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.
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1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Pantera | 356 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 52 L |