1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 310 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 375 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1950 Ford Consul | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Consul |
Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |