2011 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 431 kg more than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | GranTurismo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2750 mm |
