1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 725 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Firebird | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |
