1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 31 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), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 10 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Pantera | XK |
Year Released | 1990 | 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 | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |