1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 86 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | Type S | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
