2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 28 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 172 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Cougar | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |