1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 376 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XJ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 82 L |
