1971 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 374 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 867 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Pontiac | Zenvo |
Model | Firebird | ST1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3055 mm |