2005 Audi S4 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 17 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | S4 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
