2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Maybach | Pontiac |
| Model | 57 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
