1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
