1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. 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 (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | Firebird | 700C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1950 mm |
