1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
