1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 985 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Pontiac |
| Model | Corniche | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
