2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB9 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1710 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |