2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
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.
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2009 Jaguar XF | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XF | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |