2008 BMW 535 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 33 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, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 535 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
