1978 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Firebird | A4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |