1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 314 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.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Firebird | A6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |