1977 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 139 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Pontiac | Ferrari |
Model | Firebird | California |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |