1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 152 kg more than 1960 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar XK | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK | Firebird |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |