These are standard specifications for the 1974 Pontiac Firebird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
Manual , 4 Manual , 3 Manual Floor shift controls , Automatic M40 Turbo-HydraMatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1970 - 1981 |
| Price : | $3,335-$4,446 |
| Weight : | 3550 lbs | 1610.253 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L. |
| Power : | 100 BHP (73.6 KW) |
| Bore : | 3.9 in | 99 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 90 mm. |
| Turbine 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L. |
| Power : | 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 7.6:1 |
| 2 carburetors | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
| Power : | 175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 3600 RPM |
| Compression : | 7.6:1 |
| 2 carburetors | |
| V 8 | Dual Exhaust | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
| Power : | 225 HP (165.6 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| 4 carburetors | |
| V 8 | Dual Exhaust | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7456 cc | 455.0 cu in. | 7.5 L. |
| Power : | 250 HP (184 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| 4 carburetors | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 7456 cc | 455.0 cu in. | 7.5 L. |
| Power : | 290 HP (213.44 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 8.4:1 |
| 4 carburetors | |
Manual , 4 Manual , 3 Manual Floor shift controls , Automatic M40 Turbo-HydraMatic
Production Figures
| Total Pontiac Production for 1974 : | 580,045 |
| Total 1974 Firebird production : | 73,729 |
| 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Espirit Hardtop 2 dr. 4 P : | 22,583 |
| Formula Hardtop 2 dr. 4 P : | 14,519 |
| Series 2FS Hardtop 2 dr. 4 P : | 26,372 |
| Trans Am Hardtop 2 dr. 4 P : | 10,255 |
Dimension(s)
Formula Hardtop
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 191.6 in | 4867 mm. |
| Width : | 73.4 in | 1864 mm. |
| Height : | 50.4 in | 1280 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Trans Am Hardtop
| Price : | $4,446 |
| Weight : | 3655 lbs | 1657.88 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 191.6 in | 4867 mm. |
| Width : | 73.4 in | 1864 mm. |
| Height : | 50.4 in | 1280 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Espirit Hardtop
| Price : | $3,688 |
| Weight : | 3540 lbs | 1605.717 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 191.6 in | 4867 mm. |
| Width : | 73.4 in | 1864 mm. |
| Height : | 50.4 in | 1280 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Series 2FS Hardtop
| Price : | $3,335 |
| Weight : | 3280 lbs | 1487.783 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 191.6 in | 4867 mm. |
| Width : | 73.4 in | 1864 mm. |
| Height : | 50.4 in | 1280 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.0 in | 2743 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Handling
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Recirculating Ball | |
| Turns lock to lock : | 4.60 |
| Turning Circle : | 12.1 m | 476.416 in. | 12100.966 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | E78-14 |
| Optional Tires | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | F70-14 |
| Tires : | E78-14 |
| Tires : | F60-15 |
Recall
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 07E088000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. |
| Remedy | HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 74V027000 |
| Notes | OLDSMOBILE CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.BUICK CAMPAIGN NO 73-C-3.GMC TRUCK CAMPAIGNNO 74-C-06.CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-11.PONTIAC CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-5.POSSIBILITY THAT THE SINGLE DIAPHRAGM BRAKE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER WAS ASSEMBLEDWITH DEMENSIONAL DESCREPANCIES IN THE VACUUM POWER BOOSTER HOUSING WHICH MAYREDUCE THE TORQUE REQUIRED TO UNLOCK THE FRONT HALF OF THE HOUSING FROM THEREAR HALF.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE LOW UNLOCKING TORQUE COUPLED WITHOTHER VARIATIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY MAY CAUSE HOUSING TO ROTATE AND DISENGAGE FROMTHE LOCKING TABS RESULTING IN SEPARATION OF THE TWO HALVES OF THE BOOSTER ANDCOMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND STAKING THE HOUSING AT TWOPOINTS TO PRECLUDE ROTATION OF THE HOUSING. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19730801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 73V232000 |
| Notes | GENERAL MOTORS CAMPAIGN NO CHEVROLET 74-C-06.PONTIAC 74-C-1.POSSIBILITYTHAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT INBOARD SEAT ADJUSTER LOCK BAR MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENTCLEARANCE AT THE IGNITION INTERLOCK AND/OR POWER WINDOW WIRE HARNESS.IF THISCONDITION EXISTS AND REPEATED ADJUSTMENTS TO THE SEAT ARE MADE, IT COULD RESULTIN WEARING THROUGH OF THE WIRING.THIS COULD RESULT IN INABILITY TO START CAROR AFFECT THE SEAT BELT STARTER INTERLOCK AND POWER WINDOWS.(CORRECT BYINSPECTING AND PROVIDING NECESSARY CLEARANCE.) |
| Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19730801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 73V250000 |
| Notes | CHEVROLET CAMPAIGN NO 74-C-09.PONTIAC 74-C-2.BUICK 74-C-2.OLDSMOBILE74-C-3.SPRINT 74-C-4.POSSIBILITY THAT THE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM INNERBUSHING RETAINER NUTS MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF DURING NORMAL OPERATINGCONDITIONS.SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE LOOSE CONTROL ARM MAY MOVE FORWARD ANDCONTACT THE UPPER CONTROL ARM MOUNTING BRACKET ON THE FRAME WHICH RESTRICTS ANYFURTHER FORWARD MOVEMENT.IF THIS VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION IT ISPOSSIBLE FOR THE CONTROL ARM CROSS SHAFT TO BREAK.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING ANDINSTALLING NEW BUSHING RETAINERS WHERE NECESSARY.) |
Data updated January 2023
1974 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $3,750 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $13,900 |
| Avg. Home : | $34,900 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.55 |
1974 Pontiac Firebird FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1974 Pontiac Firebird?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1974 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird has a wheelbase size of 108.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1974 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird has a length of 191.60 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1974 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird has a width of 73.40 inches.Q: How much did the 1974 Pontiac Firebird cost when new?A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird cost approximately $3,335 to $4,446 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1974 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird was offered as a Espirit Hardtop, Formula Hardtop, Series 2FS Hardtop, Trans Am Hardtop.Q: What tires did the 1974 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird had E78-14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1974? A: Pontiac produced 580,045 automobiles in 1974.Q: How many 1974 Firebirds were produced? A: Pontiac produced 73,729 examples of the Firebird in 1974.Q: What engines did the 1974 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 100 BHP (73.6 KW) Turbine 8 (5735 cc | 350.0 cu in. | 5.7 L.) with 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 3600 RPM V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 225 HP (165.6 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (7456 cc | 455.0 cu in. | 7.5 L.) with 250 HP (184 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (7456 cc | 455.0 cu in. | 7.5 L.) with 290 HP (213.44 KW) @ 4000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1974 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1974 Pontiac Firebird had the following gearbox options: Manual, 4 speed Manual, 3 speed Manual Floor shift controls, Automatic M40 Turbo-HydraMatic.
