2000 Audi A4 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A4 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
