1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 41 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Pantera | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
