1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 134 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Pantera | XJS |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |