1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 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 A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Pantera | A8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
