1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | S | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
