1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 300 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 400 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |