2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
