1986 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
