1994 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Firebird (275 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1994 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1994 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | 525 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 215 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
