2007 BMW 545 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
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. 1976 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 545 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
