1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1976 Ford Thunderbird and 1976 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Ford Thunderbird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Thunderbird | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
