1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 850 kg more than 1971 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Pontiac |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
