2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK8 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |