1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Pantera | Berlina |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 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 | 460 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |