1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morgan |
| Model | Pantera | 44 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
