2000 Audi TT vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 4 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 170 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (245 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | TT | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
