2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DBS | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |