1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Prefect | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
