1996 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 530 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |