1987 Buick Estate vs. 1967 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Firebird (255 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1967 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Estate | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 255 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
