1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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.
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1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F1 90 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |