2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |