2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 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.
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2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | R-D6 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |