2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | GL | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
