1998 Lexus SC vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 53 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC.
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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | SC | Firebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |