2004 Lexus SC vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | SC | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
