2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 29 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
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 (421 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford ST 460 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | ST 460 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 421 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |