1995 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 330 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |