1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | MK X |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
