2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lotec | Pontiac |
| Model | C 1000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
