1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 250 GTE | Firebird |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 245 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 |
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 | 1410 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |