2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 644 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
