1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 733 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
