1983 Bitter SC vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 12 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Bitter SC 1971 Pontiac Firebird
Make Bitter Pontiac
Model SC Firebird
Year Released 1983 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 7462 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 105.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 106.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 76 L


 

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