1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Pantera | A3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |