1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 294 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | MK V | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
