2007 Audi S8 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
