1994 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 723 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 750 2000 Pontiac Firebird
Make BMW Pontiac
Model 750 Firebird
Year Released 1994 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 2391 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 322 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 203 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2570 mm


 

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