1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1973 Porsche 917
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 917. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 917 would be higher. At 4,994 cc, 1973 Porsche 917 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 917 (520 HP) has 373 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (147 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 917 should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Porsche 917.
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, 1973 Porsche 917 (610 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm). This means 1973 Porsche 917 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1973 Porsche 917 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | 917 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 4994 cc |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 798 kg |
