1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Pantera | Beetle |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |