2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |