1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget 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 292 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 687 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1964 MG Midget | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Pantera | Midget |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1422 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |