1967 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 97 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1967 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1967 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2803 mm |