1976 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 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. 1976 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jaguar |
| Model | Firebird | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2752 mm |
