1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Firebird | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |