1965 Steyr 700C vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1045 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Steyr | Pontiac |
Model | 700C | Firebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1585 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 |