1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Buick Century is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (434 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Firebird | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2664 mm |
