1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 56 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
