1976 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC, 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Scion |
| Model | Firebird | tC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1596 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
