1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
