1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1968 Dodge Coronet and 1968 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Firebird (320 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1968 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Coronet | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 320 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |