1965 Steyr 700C vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 700C | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Steyr | Pontiac |
Model | 700C | Firebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2750 mm |