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Chevrolet Camaro vs Pontiac Firebird: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Chevrolet Camaro

Chevrolet · 1993–2002

Camaro IV

Power
205 kW279 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Top speed
-

Pontiac Firebird

Pontiac · 1993–2002

Firebird IV

B PI 571

Power
119 kW162 PS
0–100 km/h
7.0 s
Top speed
207 km/h

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In plain words

Chevrolet Camaro has more power: 205 kW (279 PS) against 119 kW (162 PS) for Pontiac Firebird. Chevrolet Camaro is the older design (from 1966); Pontiac Firebird arrived in 1967. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Chevrolet Camaro yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Camaro IVFirebird IV
Wheelbase 2,568 mm101.1 in 2,566 mm101.0 in −2 mm −0.1 in −0.1%
Fits a standard garage? TightNo data

Difference vs Camaro IV (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Full specifications

Chevrolet CamaroPontiac Firebird
General
Version Camaro IV · 5.7 L (350 cu in) V8 · 205 kW (279 PS) 3.4 V6 · petrol · 119 kW (162 PS)
Production years 1993–2002 1993–2002
Body Hatchback, Coupe Coupe, Convertible
Class Sports car Sports car
Country United States United States
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 205 kW (279 PS) 275 hp Better 119 kW (162 PS) 160 hp
Power, all versions 66–485 kW (90–659 PS) 89–650 hp 67–276 kW (91–375 PS) 90–370 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 441 Nm 325 lb-ft No data
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. No data 7.0 s
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. No data 207 km/h 129 mph
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 8 cyl 3,400 cc · 6 cyl 3.4 l
Drive Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,907 mm 193.2 in No data
Width 1,882 mm 74.1 in No data
Height 1,303 mm 51.3 in No data
Wheelbase 2,568 mm 101.1 in 2,566 mm 101.0 in
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 365 l 12.9 cu ft
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. 64 l 16.9 gal US No data

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).