2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | S-Type | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |