1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | Type S | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
