1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1993 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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.
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1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1993 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 250 LM | Firebird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
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 | 850 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 59 L |