1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1982 Holden Gemini. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 382 kg more than 1982 Holden Gemini. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Gemini. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
