1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | 12 M | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
