1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 21 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 113 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3001 mm |
