2009 Audi A6 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A6 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |