1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 512 BB | Firebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7462 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |