1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sports | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 7462 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2750 mm |
