2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 128 kg more than 1989 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 (475 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
