1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1994 Porsche Karisma
To start off, 1994 Porsche Karisma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche Karisma (268 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche Karisma should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche Karisma. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche Karisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1994 Porsche Karisma | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | Karisma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
