1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 211 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Dino | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
