1969 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (330 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Firebird.
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:
| 1969 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | 740 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 315 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
