1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Monteverdi | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | Firebird |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |