1994 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 17 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Firebird. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster 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. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | 535 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 311 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
