1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
