1957 Simca Vedette vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Simca Vedette. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Vedette | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Simca | Pontiac |
| Model | Vedette | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
