1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 2 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 240 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |