1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 208 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | 2-Litre | Firebird |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |