2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | SL | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 616 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |