1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB5 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
