1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
| Model | Avanti | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
