1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
