2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 348 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
