1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
