2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Porsche | Pontiac |
Model | Boxster | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |