2009 Audi R8 vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 21 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, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | R8 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |