1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 19 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 150 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2009 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Eos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
