1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1510 mm |
