1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 420 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |