2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
