1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1977 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 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 | 1878 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |