1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 1976 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 99 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
