2005 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2005 BMW 520 (210 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 520 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |