1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
