1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | MK 10 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
