2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DB9 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 203 Nm |
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 | 1890 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 54 L |