1994 Audi V8 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi V8. 1996 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
