1977 BMW 528 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 334 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 528 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
