1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,100 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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.
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1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1968 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | Mondial | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 175 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |