2005 BMW 750 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1973 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 750 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |