2006 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 330 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |