2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Town & Country | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |