1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 416 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 250 GT | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
