1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | GTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
