1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 1977 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 1977 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | A6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
