1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK8 | GTO |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |