2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 674 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | V Sixteen | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 421 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2750 mm |