1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | 3-Litre | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |