1977 Aston Martin V8 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 (340 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 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 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin V8. (542 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
