1963 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Cobra | Firebird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |