1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 28 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 261 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
