1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 330GT | Firebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |