1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 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. 1975 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | Virage | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
