1983 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP) has 471 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 92 L |
