2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Vito | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
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 |