2005 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 33 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
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 (434 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |