1999 Audi R8 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 1418 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1988 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | R8 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1110 mm |