1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 38 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, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 934 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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. 1973 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Pontiac | SSC |
| Model | Firebird | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1090 mm |
