1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 302 kg more than 1959 Morris Cowley. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Pantera | Cowley |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 106 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 | 1422 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |