2000 BMW 323 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 323 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |