2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 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 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Quattroporte | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |