1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 24 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 129 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | S-Type | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |