2003 Audi RS4 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | RS4 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 1585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
