1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8. 1997 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
