1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New 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 261 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 172 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New 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 New 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Pantera | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |