2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 12 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | Firebird | G |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |