1983 Pininfarina Coupe vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Because 1981 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pininfarina | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
