1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Pantera | GTS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 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 |