2002 AC Aceca vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 AC Aceca. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Aceca | Pantera |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1510 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |