1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Pantera | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 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 | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2912 mm |
