1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 39 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Firebird | G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
