1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 650 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | GTO | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
