1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 53 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XK |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
