1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z9 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2570 mm |