2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
