2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 612 Scaglietti | Firebird |
Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4902 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1956 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1344 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2949 mm | 2750 mm |