1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 89 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 512 BB | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5665 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 54 L |
