2007 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1975 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |