1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 146 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Pontiac | Tatra |
Model | Firebird | T603 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |