1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 30 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
| Model | Pantera | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
