2004 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
