1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 416i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 416i 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 36 more horse power than 1995 Rover 416i. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 416i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 393 kg more than 1995 Rover 416i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 416i. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 416i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Firebird | 416i |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
