1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
Model | Firebird | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1492 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3052 mm |