2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1978 Porsche 936
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Porsche 936.
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:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1978 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | 936 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 2142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 700 kg |
