2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 183 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
