1984 Ferrari 328 GTB vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is newer by 5 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. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 322 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 328 GTB | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1850 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
