1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Firebird | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |