1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | Mondial | Firebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |