1985 Audi 100 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | 100 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
