2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B4000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
