2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 488 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Acadia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
