Panhard Dyna X
The avant-garde aluminium pioneer that redefined post-war efficiency.
- Power
- 33 bhp
- Top speed
- 75 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$25k
About the Panhard Dyna X
The Panhard Dyna X was a radical departure for a brand previously known for grand luxury cars, born from the post-war Pons Plan to mobilise France. Designed by front-wheel-drive pioneer Jean-Albert Grégoire, it featured a lightweight aluminium-intensive body and a sophisticated air-cooled flat-twin engine. The '120' designation refers to its 120 km/h top speed, achieved through superior aerodynamics and a remarkable power-to-weight ratio rather than raw displacement. Its quirky 'Louis XV' styling and innovative engineering, including torsion bar rear suspension, make it a landmark of French automotive ingenuity.
Panhard Dyna X specs
The Panhard Dyna X produces 33 bhp (25 kW) and 54 Nm (40 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 75 mph (120 km/h).
| Make | Panhard |
|---|---|
| Model | Dyna X |
| Trim | 120 |
| Years | 1948–1954 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 47,049 built |
| Original price | About $2,000 when new |
| Engine | 0.7-litre air-cooled flat-twin |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 745 cc (0.7 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 33 bhp (25 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 54 Nm (40 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 75 mph (120 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 650 kg (1,433 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 51 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Panhard Dyna X worth?
A typical Panhard Dyna X is estimated to be worth $8,000 – $25,000 (about £6,000 – £19,000).
Its original price when new was about $2,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Panhard Dyna X rarity in CarSpot
The Panhard Dyna X is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 38 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Panhard Dyna X fun facts
- The Dyna X was one of the first mass-produced cars to feature an almost entirely aluminium body to save weight and circumvent post-war steel shortages.
- Its engine used a unique valvetrain system with torsion bar valve springs instead of conventional coil springs to reduce friction and height.
- The model was nicknamed 'Louis XV' due to its ornate, baroque styling which contrasted sharply with the minimalist economy cars of the era.