2006 Morgan Aero vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan Aero | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
Model | Aero | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |