2008 Audi A5 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A5 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
