1995 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Firebird. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 168 kg more than 1995 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.
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1995 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Firebird | 370Z |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 332 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |