1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 856 kg more than 1962 Steyr 650T. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | Firebird | 650T |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
