1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 368 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | GTO | Firebird |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 54 L |