2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Pontiac |
| Model | Phantom | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 453 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2690 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6091 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3820 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
