1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Pantera | A4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2808 mm |
