1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Daimler | Pontiac |
| Model | 4.2 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
