1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Audi S4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Pantera | S4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 66 L |