1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman. 1982 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1987 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
