1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Firebird | 914 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |