1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. Both 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo and 1979 Pontiac Firebird are equipped with a 4,942 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
