1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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.
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1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Firebird | 6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |