USA vs USA — 1970 vs 1970
| Firebird Formula 400 | AAR 'Cuda 340 Six Pack | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 330 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft | 340 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,555 cc | 5,572 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | 5.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 125 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.0 sec | 14.0 sec |
| Weight | 3,500 lbs | 3,400 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,743 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,871 mm |
| Units Produced | — | 2,724 |
| Original MSRP | $3,370 | $3,563 |
| Value (Excellent) | $85,000 | $180,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 brings more power, higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 1970 Plymouth AAR 'Cuda 340 Six Pack answers with quicker acceleration, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Pony Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 versus the 1970 Plymouth AAR 'Cuda 340 Six Pack. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 330 hp compared to 290 hp, a 40-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Pontiac Firebird Formula uses a V8 OHV displacing 6,555 cc, while the Plymouth AAR 'Cuda relies on a V8 OHV (340 Six Pack) with 5,572 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1970 Plymouth AAR 'Cuda 340 Six Pack edges ahead at 5.8 seconds versus 5.8 seconds. On the collector market, the 1970 Plymouth AAR 'Cuda 340 Six Pack commands a significant premium over the 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.