2003 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 46 kg more than 2003 BMW 320.
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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 320 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |