1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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. 1973 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1958 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW Isetta | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | Isetta | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 335 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2750 mm |
