2007 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 325 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |