2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | RS6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
