2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1972 Pontiac Firebird
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Express Firebird
Year Released 2007 1972
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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