USA vs USA — 1967 vs 1955
| Firebird 400 | Safari Custom 2-Door Wagon | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 330 hp | 200 hp |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,555 cc | 4,703 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 12.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 105 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.5 sec | 18.5 sec |
| Weight | 3,300 lbs | 3,650 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,997 mm |
| Length | 4,851 mm | 5,131 mm |
| Units Produced | 82,560 | 9,835 |
| Original MSRP | $2,781 | $2,962 |
| Value (Excellent) | $90,000 | $120,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 8/10 |
On balance, the 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 makes a stronger case on paper with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. However, the 1955 Pontiac Safari Custom 2-Door Wagon counters with greater rarity, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 for outright capability, or the 1955 Pontiac Safari Custom 2-Door Wagon for a more distinctive ownership experience.
Pontiac has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 with the 1955 Pontiac Safari Custom 2-Door Wagon highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 330 hp compared to 200 hp, a 130-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Pontiac Firebird uses a V8 OHV (Pontiac 400) displacing 6,555 cc, while the Pontiac Safari relies on a V8 OHV (Strato-Streak) with 4,703 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 edges ahead at 6.4 seconds versus 12.5 seconds. The Pontiac Firebird carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 350 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 9,835 units built, the 1955 Pontiac Safari Custom 2-Door Wagon is considerably scarcer than the Pontiac Firebird's 82,560 examples.