1978 BMW 725 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 BMW 725 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 725 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |