2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 940 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.
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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mahindra | Pontiac |
| Model | Scorpio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
