2005 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 219 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.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
