2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 107 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.

Because 1976 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac Seville 1976 Pontiac Firebird
Make Cadillac Pontiac
Model Seville Firebird
Year Released 2004 1976
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4564 cc 7462 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 105.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 106.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1857 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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