1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 349 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | E-Type | Firebird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |