1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | V6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
