1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Pantera | Elite |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |