2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.

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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW Z4 1977 Pontiac Firebird
Make BMW Pontiac
Model Z4 Firebird
Year Released 2006 1977
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 5012 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 235 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1596 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 76 L


 

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