1973 MG MGB vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 MG MGB | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGB | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
