1971 BMW Touring vs. 1995 Pontiac Firehawk
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Firehawk is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Firehawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Firehawk weights approximately 651 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Pontiac Firehawk (464 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Firehawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1995 Pontiac Firehawk | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | Touring | Firehawk |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
