1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 2200 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
