1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 250 GT | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
