2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
