1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |