1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 2002 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
