1995 BMW CLS vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | CLS | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
