2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Express | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
