1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Pantera | A4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |