2007 Toyota Sienna vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sienna | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Sienna | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
