1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 36 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Firebird | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |
