2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |