1972 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 686 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Torana | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
