2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 28 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | R-D6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
