2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 219 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Crossfire | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |