2004 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 29 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 118 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
