2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Firebird | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |