1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |