2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 190 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | MM Roadster | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 244 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 | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
