2004 Lotus Elise vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 846 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Elise | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |