1999 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 27 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 43 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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 (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |