1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT 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 217 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 861 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
