1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. 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 (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
Model | Firebird | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |