1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 32 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | R8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
