2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-150 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
