1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB4 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 54 L |