1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Firebird | C |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |