2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 657 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Firebird | X6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |