1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 738 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Porsche 356 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Porsche | Pontiac |
Model | 356 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |