1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 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 69 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 226 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi Coupe. (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
