2005 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
