2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Firebird | X1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
