2009 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
