2007 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106.9 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4870 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 |
