1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 906 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | De Tomaso | NSU |
| Model | Pantera | Sport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
