1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 512 M | Firebird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4093 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |