2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati Coupe | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Coupe | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |