1964 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 451 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Cobra | Firebird |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |