1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 366 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | RX-7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 7456 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |