1972 Ford LTD vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD 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 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | LTD | Firebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |