1993 BMW M5 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |