1991 BMW M12 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M12 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
