2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |