1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 316.
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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | 316 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |