1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 288 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Espada | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 393 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 | 1635 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
