1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Pantera | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3157 mm |
