1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 785 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | C-Type | Firebird |
Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |