1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 196 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 504. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1971 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1971 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 504 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 504 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
