2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 1967 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Firebird (255 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 840 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Smart ForTwo | 1967 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Smart | Pontiac |
| Model | ForTwo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 255 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2750 mm |
