2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 207 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 370Z | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
