2007 BMW 550 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (135 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 550 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2838 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
