2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 8 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 631 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari F1 2000 1992 Pontiac Firebird
Make Ferrari Pontiac
Model F1 2000 Firebird
Year Released 2000 1992
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3128 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 771 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 244 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 970 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 59 L


 

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