2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Firebird | 944 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |