2007 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 M5 (520 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | M5 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
