2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (462 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ220 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
