2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | DrifterX | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
