2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | SV 6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
