1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 670 kg more than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen.
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:
1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Firebird |
Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |