1999 BMW M28i vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 24 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 104 kg more 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 (421 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M28i | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
