1969 Ford 17 vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1969 Ford 17 and 1969 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (330 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | 17 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
