1970 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1970 Maserati Ghibli and 1970 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Ghibli (332 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Maserati Ghibli.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Ghibli | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Ghibli | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
