1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 988 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
Model | Firebird | 700C |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1950 mm |