2001 Spyker C8 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Spyker C8 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Spyker | Pontiac |
Model | C8 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |