1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 988 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
Make | Pontiac | Willys-Overland |
Model | Firebird | Interlagos |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |