1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 985 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pantera | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
