2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Le Mans | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
