1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F355 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |