1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Pantera | R8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |