2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Berlina | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
