2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Crossfire | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
