1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 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 259 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Pantera | 504 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |