2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | MM Roadster | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
