1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 811 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Pantera | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1422 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2881 mm |