1980 Audi Sport vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 10 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 50 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 382 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | Sport | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
