2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | V8 Vantage | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 454 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |