2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | 1800 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |