1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | 120 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |