1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
