1978 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 74 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Firebird | Signum |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |