1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 448 kg more than 1949 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1949 Holden FX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | FX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 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 | 460 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
