2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 121 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Firebird | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
