1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 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 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | F355 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
