1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. 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:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Firebird | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3830 mm |
