1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
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 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Dino | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
