2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 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. 1975 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Aston Martin DB7 1975 Pontiac Firebird
Make Aston Martin Pontiac
Model DB7 Firebird
Year Released 2000 1975
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 7467 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 435 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 108 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 275 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2750 mm


 

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