2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 31 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB9 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |