1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | X6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |