1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Firebird (275 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | GTV | Firebird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 275 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |