1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 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 173 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
