1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1972 Holden Torana
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 Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 256 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 466 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Torana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
