2001 BMW L7 vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW L7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW L7 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW L7 | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | L7 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 461 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1199 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |