1986 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2010 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Pontiac | Maybach |
Model | Firebird | 62 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |