1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
