1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | 420G | Firebird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |