2001 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 318 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |