1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 406 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
Model | Firebird | 406 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 197 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 | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |