1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 250 GT | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |