2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | S-Type | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
