1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 348 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 348 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |