2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5792 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2750 mm |
