1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 525 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 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Pantera | A7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2914 mm |
