1973 Audi Asso vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Asso | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
