2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CLK | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |