1971 Ferrari 312 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1971 Ferrari 312 and 1971 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 312 (464 HP @ 12600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 312.
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:
| 1971 Ferrari 312 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 312 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 960 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
