1975 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 408 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 320 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |