2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK8 | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |