1968 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 45 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, 1968 Pontiac Firebird (320 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |