1967 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 45 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Firebird | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 239 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
