2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Yukon | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
