1959 BMW 507 vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1984 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 507 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |