2006 BMW X3 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X3 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
