2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 270 kg more than 1991 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 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | GranSport | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |