1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 136 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
