2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | Vito | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
