1972 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 2 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 213 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Touring | Firebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |