1969 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. 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 133 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac Firebird | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Firebird | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 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 | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
