1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Firebird | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5792 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |