2010 Ferrari 599 vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1989 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ferrari 599 | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 599 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 611 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 9000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1961 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1336 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
