1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 301 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
