1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 157 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
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. 1970 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Pontiac | SSC |
| Model | Firebird | Aero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1090 mm |
