1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
