2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 6 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GranSport | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | GranSport | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |