1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. 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. 1975 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | M3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
