2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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 (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Guara | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |