2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 192 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | CTS | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |