1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 585 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1600 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
