2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-350 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 54 L |