2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 354 Nm | 459 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |