1974 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 472 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Touring | Firebird |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |