2000 BMW 528 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2000 BMW 528 and 2000 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 528 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 528 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |