2011 Pagani Huayra vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 592 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Pagani Huayra | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pagani | Pontiac |
| Model | Huayra | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 700 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 740 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4605 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2036 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1169 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2795 mm | 2750 mm |
