1967 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | 335 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
