2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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 XKR (542 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XKR | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
