2006 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
