2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | V8 Vantage | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 285 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |