2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 34 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | S-Type | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
