2008 GMC Savana vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 981 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Savana | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |