1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 426 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | Dino | Firebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |