1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
