1968 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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.
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1968 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | Z4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 335 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2497 mm |