1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 406 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 70 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
