France vs France — 1954 vs 1963
| Dyna Z PL17 Tigre | 24CT | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 50 hp | 60 hp |
| Torque | 51 lb-ft | 63 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 851 cc | 848 cc |
| 0-60 mph | — | 17.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 87 mph | 100 mph |
| Weight | 1,786 lbs | 1,720 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,580 mm |
| Length | 4,320 mm | 4,290 mm |
| Units Produced | 157,000 | 28,651 |
| Original MSRP | — | $3,800 |
| Value (Excellent) | $30,000 | $50,000 |
| Collectibility | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 7/10 |
The 1963 Panhard 24CT emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, higher top speed, greater rarity. The 1954 Panhard Dyna Z PL17 Tigre counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Panhard stable, the 1954 Panhard Dyna Z PL17 Tigre and 1963 Panhard 24CT represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Panhard badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1954 Panhard Dyna Z PL17 Tigre producing 50 hp and the 1963 Panhard 24CT delivering 60 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Panhard Dyna Z uses a Flat-2 Air-Cooled displacing 851 cc, while the Panhard 24CT relies on a Flat-twin OHV Panhard with 848 cc. The 1963 Panhard 24CT claims a higher top speed at 100 mph compared to 87 mph. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 28,651 units built, the 1963 Panhard 24CT is considerably scarcer than the Panhard Dyna Z's 157,000 examples. On the collector market, the 1963 Panhard 24CT commands a significant premium over the 1954 Panhard Dyna Z PL17 Tigre, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.