1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1998 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
| Model | Firebird | M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2901 mm |
