1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 468 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2752 mm |
