2006 Audi A3 vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A3 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
