1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Firebird | 508 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2817 mm |
