1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | Testarossa | Firebird |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |