1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 600 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2750 mm |