1998 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 258 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 318 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |