2005 Audi S6 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, both 2005 Audi S6 and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6. 2005 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | S6 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
