1967 TVR Grantura vs. 1967 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1967 TVR Grantura and 1967 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Firebird (255 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1967 TVR Grantura. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 870 kg more than 1967 TVR Grantura. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 TVR Grantura | 1967 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | TVR | Pontiac |
| Model | Grantura | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 255 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2750 mm |
