1992 BMW 332 vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 332 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
