1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Because 1973 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 1973 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406, 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Firebird | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
