1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 701 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | 1600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7456 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 563 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |