1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 453 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
Model | 3000 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |