1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 980 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Pantera | Touareg |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |