1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 587 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (203 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 54 L |
