1980 BMW 725 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 5 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 725 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
