2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 27 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 65 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK8 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 106.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |