1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 15 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 302 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Pantera | S-Type |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |