1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 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. 1974 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1993 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 512 TR | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 7467 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
