1959 BMW 600 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 600 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 38 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2570 mm |