2009 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
