1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 39 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Chevelle | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
